Campgrounds
Crosswinds Campground
389 Farrington Rd, Apex, NC
Crosswinds Campground is a 182-site facility operated by North Carolina State Parks at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area in Apex, situated on the shores of the 14,000-acre B. Everett Jordan Lake. The campground features 134 sites with electric and water hookups, plus additional tent sites, all equipped with picnic tables, grills, and lantern holders. The facility is open year-round with 24-hour gate access, providing both seasonal and extended-stay options for water recreation enthusiasts.
Guest amenities include a sandy swimming beach, dedicated boat ramp for water access, and shoreline fishing opportunities. The lake setting provides trout, catfish, and bass fishing, along with boating, sailing, and water sports in a scenic Piedmont setting. Located 24 miles west of Raleigh in Chatham County, the park serves as an accessible day-use and camping destination for central North Carolina residents and travelers. The combination of state-park management, hookup options, and water recreation makes it a full-featured lakeside camping option.
Common Questions
What water recreation is available?
The facility includes a sandy beach, dedicated boat ramp, and access to the 14,000-acre lake for fishing and boating activities.
What type of sites are available?
The campground offers 134 sites with electric and water hookups, plus additional tent sites, all with picnic tables and grills.
When is this park open?
Crosswinds operates year-round with 24-hour gate access for seasonal and extended-stay camping options.